Section 69(1)(b) in Tamil Nadu Pension Rules, 1978
(b)No gratuity shall be paid to the Government servant until the conclusion the departmental or judicial proceedings [or enquiry by the Director of Vigilance and Anti-corruption] [Rule 69(1)(b), after the words 'judicial proceedings', the words 'or enquiry by the Director of Vigilance and Anti-corruption' inserted - G.O.Ms.No.308, Finance (Pension) Department, dated 2nd May 1988 with effect from 1st January 1979.] and issue of final orders thereon.